Take the certified Abstract of Judgment and the copy to the county recorder's office in the county where you think the debtor owns real estate. In Arizona, a property lien can be used to collect a court judgment.Here's how it works. A discussion of legal principles applicable to foreclosing mortgage liens in Arizona. Take the Abstract of Judgment and a copy to the county recorder's office in the county where you think the debtor owns real estate. There is a recording fee. In Arizona, a judicial foreclosure is a court procedure. The plaintiff must file and serve a complaint, among other things. The judgment lien is valid for 10 years and will remain attached to the property even if owners change. The creditor can renew the judgment indefinitely.